Suzuki is set to introduce its first electric vehicle model, the e Vitara, in Japan come January.
Suzuki Motor Corporation, a renowned name in the automotive industry, is set to make a significant leap into the electric vehicle (EV) market with the release of its first global strategic battery electric vehicle, the e Vitara. The e Vitara, an electric SUV, is scheduled to be launched in Japan on January 16, 2026, as part of the company's strategy to offer a variety of choices tailored to different regions and markets.
The e Vitara will be available in both two-wheel and four-wheel drive versions. The two-wheel drive version of the e Vitara, powered by a lithium iron phosphate battery, offers a driving range of more than 400 kilometers on a single charge, making it suitable for long-distance travel. This version is also lower-priced, thanks to the use of the cost-effective lithium iron phosphate battery.
President Toshihiro Suzuki expressed confidence that the e Vitara would open up a new market. He stated, "We are excited to introduce the e Vitara to the world. We believe it will be a game-changer in the EV market."
The e Vitara is already on sale in the European market and is scheduled to be introduced in India, in addition to Japan. Suzuki Motor Corp. aims to catch up in the EV market with the release of the e Vitara and subsequent EV models.
The use of a lithium iron phosphate battery in the e Vitara contributes to its safety and cost-effectiveness. This battery is considered safer than conventional batteries due to its lower risk of thermal runaway.
Suzuki Motor Corp. will release its first electric vehicle, the e Vitara, in Japan on January 16, 2026. The price of the e Vitara has been set at 3,993,000 yen. The e Vitara is one of six EV models Suzuki plans to introduce in Japan by the end of fiscal 2030.
The release of the e Vitara is a part of Suzuki's overall strategy for the EV market in Japan. The company plans to offer a variety of EV options to meet the diverse needs of its customers. The e Vitara is just the beginning of Suzuki's electric journey.
The e Vitara's release will be marked by a press conference in Tokyo. This event promises to be a significant milestone in Suzuki's history and in the EV market in Japan. Stay tuned for more updates on the e Vitara and Suzuki's future EV models.
